I got this drum from a customer to put new calfheads on. I offered him to do a restoration as well on this drum. It worked out pretty nice. You can see a couple of pictures from BEFORE and AFTER the restoration, as well as the new heads I made for it.
Sonor Drums is one of the most prestigious drum manufacturers in the world, known for its exceptional craftsmanship, innovative designs, and high-quality materials. Founded in 1875 in Bad Berleburg, Germany, Sonor has maintained a reputation for creating drums that blend tradition with cutting-edge technology. Sonor is one of the oldest drum manufacturers in the world and has played a crucial role in the development of modern drum kits. From early jazz and swing drummers to contemporary rock and metal players, Sonor has remained a go-to brand for drummers seeking quality, innovation, and reliability.
My dear friend Klaus Ruple from Germany did a great research on the Sonor history. He buildt a website with a lot of inbformation about the ghistory of the Sonor drum company, his own collection and wrote a book about that. Check out his website:
https://www.sonor-vintage-weissenfels.net/
The Sonor Brass Snare from the 1920s is a fine example of German vintage drum craftsmanship. Its solid brass shell provides a versatile, dynamic sound that drummers still seek out today. With its combination of durability, rich tone, and historical significance, it remains a prized instrument in the world of vintage drums.
See the difference betwenn BEFORE and AFTER the restoration I did:
